Australia has a very organized hostel industry and includes independent hostels and members of marketing groups and chains including Nomads, YHA, and VIP. Most Australian hostels are self-catering in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

All States in Australia

Hostels vary greatly from large city hostels in Sydney and Melbourne to beach-side properties in Queensland, mountain cabins in Tasmania and lodges in the Australian outback.
Many hostels will include facilities such a swimming pool, pool table, BBQ area and bicycle, surf board and boogie board hire. Most have communal living areas, internet and laundry services and nearly all have 24 hour access. Many city hostels have internal recruitment and travel agencies.